1959 BMW 503 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 503 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 503 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
